Discover infectious disease physician opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Infectious disease physicians diagnose and treat illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, while helping patients and care teams navigate complex infections and prevention strategies.
These specialists evaluate challenging or persistent infections, recommend diagnostic testing, interpret results, and develop treatment plans. They may also advise on antimicrobial use, infection prevention, immunization, travel-related health risks, and emerging infectious diseases. Depending on the role, physicians may work directly with patients or support hospitals and communities through consultation, research, and public health programs.
Infectious disease physicians work in hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, laboratories, government agencies, and research organizations. Positions can include inpatient consultation, outpatient care, infection prevention leadership, clinical research, and public health response. Responsibilities and schedules vary by employer and specialty focus.
These roles generally require a medical degree, completion of residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. Licensure and board certification requirements depend on the position and jurisdiction. Employers may also value clinical judgment, clear communication, collaboration across specialties, and experience with antimicrobial stewardship or infection control.
Find opportunities that align with your clinical interests, experience, and career goals. Browse infectious disease physician jobs on Ladders and review role details, employer requirements, and compensation information for positions paying $100,000 or more.
Physician Provider Relations and Outreach (PPRO) Growth Strategist
$90K - $110K *
Elevate market share by leading physician outreach and strategic growth initiatives across multiple service lines, enhancing relationships and driving surgical growth while ensuring alignment with org...
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Physician-Section Chief Cardiology
$210K - $250K *
Take ownership of enhancing patient care in Cardiology by leading a dedicated team, overseeing clinical operations, and ensuring optimal diagnostic practices. Collaborate with medical staff to drive e...
2 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic outpatient team, collaborating with specialists, and stepping into an established patient base in a beautiful location near the Great Smoky Mountains...
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Nurse Manager Community Medicine Program- FHC- (Healthcare for Homeless )
$126K - $154K *
Transform community health by leading nursing operations, fostering teamwork, and ensuring excellence in patient care, all while developing staff and maintaining regulatory compliance in a supportive...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a dynamic team to drive epidemiology strategy that supports biopharmaceutical assets in immunology. Lead projects and collaborate cross-functionally to analyze real-world data and influence benef...
4 weeks ago
$210K - $250K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing pediatric nephrology care through innovative research and comprehensive treatment. Collaborate with specialists in a supportive environment that fosters caree...
2 days ago
Internal Medicine Physician - Lebanon, VA
$200K - $350K *
Join a team that's redefining wound care management with flexible hours, no nights or weekends. Enjoy autonomy while delivering expert bedside care across numerous facilities, supported by comprehensi...
3 weeks ago
Molecular Bioinformatics Scientist, Virology
$110K - $125K *
Help us bridge laboratory science and computational analysis to provide advanced support for genomic surveillance programs, interpreting sequencing data to inform public health decisions and enhance r...
1 week ago
Senior Advisor, Vaccine & Clinical Case Management
$91K - $151K *
Shape the future of public health by leading the development of a statewide vaccine management and clinical case management system, ensuring seamless integration and support for local health departmen...
2 weeks ago
Physician - Clinic Service Chief for Primary Care
$170K - $200K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by providing leadership and oversight for clinic operations. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality services, manage staffin...
5 days ago
Headache Physician - Neurology
$219K - $390K *
Build a rewarding career in a dynamic neurology clinic focused on headache management. Collaborate with specialists, utilize advanced procedures, and engage in academic opportunities while providing e...
1 week ago
Dir- General Medicine Pulmonary
$119K - $197K *
Help us lead patient care operations, ensuring excellence in service delivery while fostering a collaborative environment. Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and patient satisfaction acr...
1 week ago
Lymphoma Specialist [Req#: 984456, Position#: 83502]
$250K - $300K *
Champion innovative care for patients with lymphoid malignancies, leading clinical services in myeloma, lymphoma, and cellular therapies while engaging in education and research initiatives to advance...
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Internal Medicine Physician - Sioux Falls, SD
$300K *
Unlock potential by delivering expert wound management in a flexible, supportive environment. Enjoy autonomy with no nights, weekends, or call responsibilities while providing care across diverse faci...
3 weeks ago
Physician - Service Chief/Geriatrics and Extended Care
$180K - $220K *
Lead the delivery of high-quality geriatric care, overseeing clinical and administrative functions while ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance pa...
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Physician - Service Chief/Geriatrics and Extended Care
$180K - $220K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing geriatric care by overseeing the delivery of high-quality medical services, integrating educational initiatives, and ensuring compliance with strategic goals...
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Physician: Gastroenterology Hospitalist - Lake Forest, IL
$250K - $300K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing inpatient gastroenterology care, providing consultative services and endoscopic procedures while collaborating with specialists to enhance patient outcomes in...
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Family Medicine Physician - Primary Care | Reliant Medical Group
$204K - $346K *
Transform patient care by leading a physician-centered team in a collaborative environment. Deliver value-based medicine with integrated behavioral health support, utilizing advanced technology for en...
2 days ago
Executive Health Physician - Open Rank
$210K - $250K *
Reimagine patient care as you provide personalized health services to executives, building lasting relationships while leveraging extensive resources at a nationally recognized healthcare institution...
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$1K - $500K+*
Elevate patient care by managing clinical evaluations and treatments. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care, document progress, and educate patients and families on health nee...
4 days ago
Emergency Medicine, Advance Practice Provider (APP)
$90K - $150K *
Join our dynamic Emergency Department team to provide high-quality patient care, manage diverse cases, and support physicians in a fast-paced environment. Contribute to a leading community hospital wi...
1 week ago
$180K - $220K *
Support a dedicated healthcare team by providing primary care and diagnostic services for patients ages 2 and up. Leverage a predictable schedule focused on wellness, chronic disease management, and p...
4 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Lead patient care by performing comprehensive assessments, diagnosing conditions, and prescribing treatments while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and delivering compassionate service in a clin...
6 days ago
Program Manager, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control
$88K - $105K *
Empower public health initiatives by leading program operations and staff within the Office of Medical Affairs. Drive improvements in TB management and evaluation, utilizing data to enhance program pe...
6 days ago
Program Manager, Bureau of Tuberculosis Control
$95K - $115K *
Elevate public health initiatives by leading program operations and staff within the Office of Medical Affairs. Drive improvements in TB management and evaluation, utilizing data to enhance program pe...
6 days ago
What does an infectious disease physician do?
An infectious disease physician diagnoses and treats infections and advises on prevention, testing, antimicrobial therapy, and infection control. Some also conduct research or contribute to public health initiatives.
Where do infectious disease physicians work?
They may work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, academic medical centers, research organizations, laboratories, government agencies, or public health settings.
What training is required to become an infectious disease physician?
Most positions require a medical degree, residency training in internal medicine or pediatrics, and fellowship training in infectious diseases. State licensure and board certification requirements vary.
What skills are important for infectious disease physician jobs?
Important skills include diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making, communication, collaboration, and knowledge of antimicrobial use and infection prevention. Specific requirements depend on the role.
How can I find infectious disease physician jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse infectious disease physician listings on Ladders and review each posting for compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.